that spurs this action. >> they want to get things what they can. they are afraid they will be another ban or things will be harder to get. >> governor o'malley said he would sign a bill banning assault weapons in maryland, but he said such a bill would be much more effective on the federal level. >> the tragedy of sandy hook has also sparked a growing dialogue about mental health in america. the shooting raises questions about the difficulty of accessing adequate mental health care. a family psychologist based in columbia says access is essential, but often people beyond school age paul through the cracks. >> we have had significant reductions -- the whole system has become frayed and shredded over the years. there is not that safety net in place for individuals who are really struggling. >> the doctor says there have been improvements in diagnosis and prevention, but mental health issues are not always covered by health insurance. it often takes somebody getting in trouble with the law before services needed become available. some lawmakers -- thi